Senior Utility Locator: GPR, GPS & SUE Expert

Atlas Surveying, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Performance Bonuses

Opportunities for advancement

401K

Job summary

Atlas Surveying, Inc. is seeking a senior-level utility locator to join our team in the Charlotte area.

You will independently perform advanced utility locates for water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecom lines, using GPR and GPS to map underground utilities and prepare CAD-ready deliverables in accordance with ASCE 38-22. Requirements include at least 2 years in SUE environments, experience with PVC and non-metallic lines, a valid driver's license, and strong field documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of verifiable utility locating experience, specifically in SUE environments.
• Valid driver's license with no infractions for a minimum of 3 years to drive a company vehicle.
• Experience operating GPR and survey-grade GPS equipment (e.g., Trimble, Topcon, etc).
• Experience locating PVC and non-metallic utility lines using indirect locating methods and GPR.
• Strong understanding of ASCE 38-22 utility quality levels and data collection standards.
• Excellent organizational and field documentation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility plans, and civil site plans.
• Capable of removing/replacing manhole covers up to 300 lbs and navigating rough terrain.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Honest, dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform advanced utility locates for water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecom lines.
• Utilize GPR and GPS to detect and map underground utilities with precision.
• Produce and verify field sketches and CAD-ready GPS/GIS utility mapping for SUE deliverables.
• Interpret and verify utility maps, as-built drawings, and one-call tickets.
• Perform limited vacuum excavation or hand digging for visual verification when required.
• Collaborate closely with the SUE Manager and Project Managers to meet project goals.
• Train and mentor junior utility locating staff in best practices and field procedures.
• Conduct job site safety checks and always maintain safety-first practices.
• Accurately complete field notes, digital documentation, and daily production logs.
• Maintain and properly care for all assigned equipment, including GPR units, EM locators, RTK GPS systems, and vehicles.

Skills

GPR

EM locating

GPS mapping

SUE experience

Documentation

Safety-conscious

Mentoring

Reading drawings

Outdoor work

Tools

Trimble

Topcon

CAD software

GPR units

RTK GPS systems

Job description

Atlas Surveying, Inc. is seeking a senior-level utility locator to join our team in the Charlotte area.

You will independently perform advanced utility locates for water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecom lines, using GPR and GPS to map underground utilities and prepare CAD-ready deliverables in accordance with ASCE 38-22. Requirements include at least 2 years in SUE environments, experience with PVC and non-metallic lines, a valid driver's license, and strong field documentation.